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  1. RoryBellows

    2024/2025 Emira Factory Order and Delivery Log

    So if the dealer actually looked and didn't find a VIN yet your car doesn't exist. From what I've read the VIN is issued shortly before manufacture starts and certainly before its on a boat.
  2. RoryBellows

    Tiresome CarPlay bricking

    Google maps has better directions but Apple maps has way better voice guidance instructions. I only use apple for work though.
  3. RoryBellows

    2024/2025 Emira Factory Order and Delivery Log

    The dealer has to look for it though and it sounds like he's not getting any comms from them. I didn't get mine until I asked my sales guy if it existed. No dealer can give a straight answer about tariffs because they don't exist yet. They are not going to scare you off for something that...
  4. RoryBellows

    Paint issues? Does Your Car Live in a Garage or Outside?

    In another thread about the new doors its mentioned that you can tell by the primer color on the interior of the door. They may have just switched primers to correct the issue. This would also correlate with them giving an end date for the initial problems.
  5. RoryBellows

    2025 Pricing

    That seems like a great deal on a new one. What part of the country was that in?
  6. RoryBellows

    USA/Canada Delivery Thread

    Looks like mine is in there. Time to start lining things up.
  7. RoryBellows

    US buyers interested in the V6 version- base V6 is now available.

    Nice. I bought from him as well. I flew in from CA and he picked me up in his white SS and even got me lunch while we waited for the paperwork to finish. Great guy.
  8. RoryBellows

    US buyers interested in the V6 version- base V6 is now available.

    I see you're in Texas. Did you get it from Myron at Classic?
  9. RoryBellows

    US buyers interested in the V6 version- base V6 is now available.

    I bought one as well in 2016. I went slipstream blue, manual, sunroof, no spare. That is the only car I ever regret selling. Tons of fun.
  10. RoryBellows

    Where do you put your keys

    Keys go in the right pocket. The Emira key won't have any other keys attached to it.
  11. RoryBellows

    How is the V6 Manual doing on the used US market these days?

    Thats not McDonalds spec. That's Hulkamania spec.
  12. RoryBellows

    2025 Pricing

    I voted yes because I am. My spec works out basically at FE2.0 pricing though so there's no real difference. If you want magma or seneca with alcantara you are probably going to vote no. If you want vivid over black leather then you are likely to be getting a good deal. If you are in the...
  13. RoryBellows

    2024/2025 Emira Factory Order and Delivery Log

    Im VIN 220. I might be on that boat too.
  14. RoryBellows

    2024/2025 Emira Factory Order and Delivery Log

    Nice. I have my VIN now but no word on boats. Any way to know what VINs have shipped aside from bugging my dealer?
  15. RoryBellows

    US buyers interested in the V6 version- base V6 is now available.

    Its generally not cheap to get cars across long distances so it would make sense for Lotus to make the foreign delivery models with more options baked in to maintain more profit margin. A good example of this is practice was when GM would ship the VE Commodore to America as the Pontiac G8. The...
  16. RoryBellows

    Lotus Emira Financing/Lease Rates

    Logix is usually my go to for preapprovals. If the dealer can beat it Ill go with them but Logix is usually quite competitive. They are at 4.99 right now for 60 months. https://www.logixbanking.com/rates/vehicle-loans
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    US buyers interested in the V6 version- base V6 is now available.

    Well I guess the good news is they added prices to the configurator. The bad news is they've been taking orders and issuing build sheets since September 24 for the 2025 cars and supposedly closed the order books for the V6 in 2025.
  18. RoryBellows

    Could this be the largest Emira car meet? (Video)

    I don't see a video. You may need to post again.
  19. RoryBellows

    Lotus suspends production of its Emira sports cars

    I wonder if my car is sitting there half built during the shutdown.
  20. RoryBellows

    Ok wow, I'm impressed. Xpel Ultimate Fusion

    Ive been on the edge on getting ppf because of the lotus paint issues but I think I might just have to get it after seeing how good these pictures look. Is everyone getting paint correction before application? How's the factory paint?
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    Ok wow, I'm impressed. Xpel Ultimate Fusion

    These pics look great. Are all the installers still doing the little cut at the top of the air intakes?
  22. RoryBellows

    New Lotus Owner - Letter Change in Rear

    If seen a couple and Meridian looks really good in person. Its basically the blue version of DV so its hard to photograph. Its probably on the lower end of the orders for that reason but I think those that took the gamble are probably happy with it. Same with Shadow grey. SG looks pretty bad...
  23. RoryBellows

    "Donkey on the Fender: Fun Badge or Ferrari Mimicry?"

    I mean the smile on the donkey pretty much sums up that its a joke. I like it. I don't think anyone who saw that in person would take it as a serious thing.
  24. RoryBellows

    KEF now a £1000 option!

    Whats the grille look like for the non KEF
  25. RoryBellows

    DIY: Floating Console Modification

    This thread is full of so much great stuff. Thanks to everyone for putting all the pieces together.
  26. RoryBellows

    UK configurator has updated

    Since they were already going crazy with the paint job they should have extended the upper portion on the hood. Make the center lines thicker to match and add the diagonals.
  27. RoryBellows

    Infotainment HP / Torque survey (current stock record 423hp / 368 ft lbs)

    Your car is essentially factory detuned so It may be programmed to adjust parameters to never go over the 360.
  28. RoryBellows

    Lotus Emira Future Versions Thread

    Now I'm not saying I wouldn't want it for less money but the Evora in 2009 had an MSRP of around $73,000. Adjusted for inflation today that's around 108k. My ordered Emira spec is 109k and Id argue the Emira is a far better machine than the 2009 Evora yet essentially held to inflation.
  29. RoryBellows

    Infotainment HP / Torque survey (current stock record 423hp / 368 ft lbs)

    Don't let accuracy get in the way of a proper pissing contest. Our cars all use the same questionable math so we can still compare.
  30. RoryBellows

    UK configurator has updated

    Hmm. This is similar to the base configurator in the US but slightly different. In the US the open gear box is the only choice for manuals and the closed is the only choice for autos. Heated seats are standard. Convenience package is standard. The rest seems in line. For pricing comparison...
  31. RoryBellows

    Tariffs on Emira in US?

    I'm not going to stress it. If it makes it here without tariff Ill drive off in the sunset and enjoy it. If the price goes up 30% I'll walk. I don't need an Emira, I just want one.
  32. RoryBellows

    Considering an Emira After 8 Years with Tesla – Thoughts from Former Owners?

    I've had a few Teslas now and there's really not an analogous Tesla aside from the original roadster. There's no competition there. The Emira is a better car than that. For a current model Tesla you are going to give up a lot of utility (back seat, 4 doors) in the switch. You are also giving...
  33. RoryBellows

    Tariffs on Emira in US?

    I wasnt given any conditions like that.
  34. RoryBellows

    2024/2025 Emira Factory Order and Delivery Log

    I was just informed that I do have a VIN and its expected to deliver April-May.
  35. RoryBellows

    Cup Holder Alternatives & Drinks/Mugs That Fit

    Can you please take a pick of it in the Emira cupholder?
  36. RoryBellows

    Tariffs on Emira in US?

    Last I saw they werent persuing tariffs from the UK. Trump said something along the lines of the UK not being a lopsided deal.
  37. RoryBellows

    Cosmos black with full black pack? With Gloss black wheels? With Black Calipers? Batman?

    With the base versions you can get extended black pack that does the tips and the letters but not the roof. If you are getting cosmos i would get that over the full black back
  38. RoryBellows

    Caliper Covers to Cover Yellow ??

    I imagine since they are already painted a repaint should be fairly straightforward with minimal prep.
  39. RoryBellows

    DIY: Floating Console Modification

    I think I like kitkats design better where it sort of drops off into the abyss as opposed to the border on the billet piece.
  40. RoryBellows

    How is the V6 Manual doing on the used US market these days?

    Red interiors aren't for everyone or every color. Since its polarizing they can both hurt or help you. Someone who wants a red interior will pay a premium for it but if you don't find that person you'll likely take a hit. Red tends to pair best with a neutral color like white, grey, black...
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